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Tribal Government & News A free press remains the exception in Indian Country 09.30.2019 Danielle Frost Tribal government , Tribal employees By Danielle Frost Smoke Signals staff writer PRIOR LAKE, Minn. -- When reporter Angel Ellis rejoined the staff of Mvskoke News in August 2018, she looked forward to being a part of one of a few publications in Indian Country operated free and independent of Tribal government influence. That freedom didn’t last long. A new law passed by the Muscogee (Creek …

Author Visit by Connie Fairfield Ganz Events Event Author Visit by Connie Fairfield Ganz May 4, 2023 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Location: Tribal gym, 9615 Grand Ronde Road Hosted by the Grand Ronde Tribal Library. Food and raffle prizes. Upcoming Events Tribal Council Tribal Council meeting (66) April 19, 2023 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Events Social Security Presentation & Luncheon April 20, 2023 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Events Grand Ronde Education Summit (2) August 25, 2023 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM View All Events …

Steph Littlebird presents her soon to be released book called "Coyote and Meadowlark Make Willamette Falls."

Culture Craig creates Native American exhibit at Independence museum 07.31.2018 Danielle Frost Culture , People , Education , History If you go “Nsayka íliʔi: Our Land” permanent exhibit When: 1 to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday. Where : Independence Heritage Museum in the historic First Baptist Church , 112 S. Third St., Independence. Cost: Free More information: E-mail orheritage@ci.independence.or.us , call 503-838-4989 or visit orheritage.org . By Danielle Frost INDEPENDENCE -- Tribal …

the governor was a highlight, along with the knowledge she gained about Oregon’s Tribal culture. “I learned a lot about the different Tribes,” Volz said. “I learned that all of these places are from the state of Oregon, so we could go and visit them if we wanted to.” In addition to learning about Oregon Tribes’ cultures and history, Youth Council members learned how Tribes work with the state to get things done. Leno said that an early education in the governmental process is an important tool …

with the Elders or reading to the kids – get involved,” said Fullerton. “So for me, if I can remove all the barriers to do that then I think that is important. We have a great opportunity to work here; we have good jobs with good benefits so give something back.” To become a SMART reader, visit www.getsmartoregon.org or contact Finlay at 503-391-8423. Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article Link Subscribe Subscribe to our Newspaper for latest updates: Subscribe To Our Newspaper For Latest …

or condition. Our goal, and my personal goal, is save them from having to visit the hospital.” Although she is not a Tribal member, Hosley says she has many close relationships with Tribal families and current Tribal employees since she has lived her entire life in the West Valley. She has attended Tribal powwows numerous times. “Born and raised locally, Christa is very familiar with the Grand Ronde community, culture and traditions,” says Jeff Lorenz, Tribal Health Services executive director …

, contact Joan Dugger at 503-879-1804 or e-mail joan.dugger@grandronde.org . To learn more about the census, visit www.grandronde.org/census-2020/ By Danielle Frost Smoke Signals staff writer Native Americans have often been historically underrepresented when it comes to U.S. census numbers. In the 2010 census, Native Americans and Alaska Natives living on Reservations were undercounted by 4.9 percent, according to Census Bureau data. Grand Ronde Housing Administrative Program Manager Joan Dugger …

event attracted an online audience or more than 240 people, Tribal Council Chief of Staff Stacia Hernandez said. (Smoke Signals screen captures) For a full list of updated remote services, visit https://www.grandronde.org/services/health-wellness/covid-19-preparedness/ Tribe moving forward with online services By Danielle Frost Smoke Signals staff writer In an effort to continue serving the Tribal membership safely during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Tribe is moving many of its services online …

riparian management zones (natural buffers between streams and logging) will ensure habitat enhancement and protection. In addition, the Coast Creek Special Management Area will be expanded from 300 to almost 900 acres. Recreation: There will be nearly 6 miles of new hiking trails on the Reservation and a new nature playground near the Elder Activity Center on the Tribal campus. Big Buck Campground will remain fee-free for Tribal members and will feature a new online reservation system …